Twin Trundle Bed #2: Side Rails

Here is the trundle bed we are working on.-----The last details on the headboard were the top caps, and some decorative tenons. -----One side of the bed has a frame and panel assembly. It features solid cherry panels, which are recessed for a subtle reveal. -----The assembly features haunched tenons for a sturdy connection. -----Test fitting the frame and panel assembly.-----The rails hang on large tenons, and will be secured with concealed bed bolts. I layout the tenons in such a way that they won’t interfere with the bed bolts. I am also mindful of the limitations of my 8” dado set. I can only cut a 2-1/4” shoulder with my dado blade, otherwise I would have to resort to hand tools. -----Here we are test fitting the trundle panel. It is another frame and panel unit, and will act as a drawer front for the trundle bed. -----The trundle panel will be attached to a poplar frame, essentially a large drawer box, and will roll out on 36” heavy duty slides.-----So far my son is a happy camper. He has been a great help building his new bed.

-- Willie, Washington "If You Choose Not To Decide, You Still Have Made a Choice" - Rush

Thanks Art. There are two leg mortises on the trundle side, and 4 mortises on the back side. For that reason it is a fixed orientation. It still allows for quite a few layout options because it looks presentable from both sides. My main motivation was to get the second twin bed out my sons room to free up some space.

-- Willie, Washington "If You Choose Not To Decide, You Still Have Made a Choice" - Rush